What's Open, Closed For July 4 Holiday In Arlington

ARLINGTON, VA — Americans will celebrate Independence Day with parades, barbecues, fireworks and other festivities. Many services will be closed or adjusted for the holiday.

The July 4 holiday falls on a Friday, so many workers will have a three-day weekend. Local government offices and others will close for the holiday, while transit and select other services will run on a modified schedule.

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Here are the closures to know around Arlington:

Arlington County government offices: Closed Friday, July 4.

Arlington Public Schools: Closed Friday, July 4.

Courts: The Arlington Circuit Court, General District Court, Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court will be closed on Friday, July 4.

Permitting and Inspection Services: Permit Arlington Center is closed on July 4th weekend. Permit Arlington is available for customer use and application submissions

Parking: Permit parking is always in effect unless specifically noted on the sign. Meters are not enforced on holidays.

Libraries: See Library Holiday Closings page.

Trash Pickup & Recycling:

• Recycling/Trash/Organics Curbside Routes – Regular collection
• Special Collections (Brush, Metal, E-waste) – Regular collection
• Household Hazardous Materials/Electronics Collection Recycling Center – Closed
• Earth Products Yard – Closed

Department of Motor Vehicles: All DMV customer service centers are closed Friday, July 4.

Post offices: Closed Friday, July 4.

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Treasurer's Office: Treasurer's Office is closed. CAPP is available for online payments 24 hours a day.

Metrorail: On Friday, July 4., Metro will open at 7 a.m- 1 a.m. See more weekend Metro news.

Parks & Recreation Facilities & Programs: All community centers except for the Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness are closed on Friday, July 4. Administrative offices and classes are closed Friday, July 4..

• See APS Pool Schedule.
• Long Bridge Aquatics & Fitness Center

Cultural Affairs: 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive/Theatre on the Run, LAC Studios and Scenery Studio: Closed

Animal Welfare League of Arlington: Closed Friday, July 4. The Arlington County Animal Control team can be reached for emergencies at 703-931-9241.

Sheriff's Office: Administrative Offices closed on Friday, July 4. Fingerprinting for the public and county employees are open Thursdays from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. See detention center visiting hours.

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